Menford "Bo" Oleemon Simpson

Franklin, NC - Menford "Bo" Oleemon Simpson, age 73, of Franklin, NC passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2012. Born in Richmond Co., GA, he was the son of the late Rufus and Edith Bonnett Simpson. He was a veteran of the United States Navy; a retired meat cutter from Kroger in North Augusta, SC; a member of Pine Grove School Association; he loved his mountains and his dog, Bubba, his loyal and faithful friend; made excellent catfish stew and loved the simple life and nature. He was a member of Crawford Avenue Baptist Church in Augusta, GA.

Mr. Simpson is survived by his wife of eight years, Sandra Fisher Simpson; two daughters, Carol Rollins of North Augusta, SC, and Terrie Pate and husband Mitch of Sylvester, GA, step daughter Sarah Berry of North Augusta, SC; special son, Chris Rollins of North Augusta, SC and step sons, Kevin Maxfield of Johnson, VT, Brett Maxfield of North Augusta, SC and Dylan Maxfield of Franklin, NC; one sister, Laverne Faulk and husband Donnie of Appling, GA and one brother, Kenneth Simpson and wife Lynne of Appling, GA. Ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren also survive.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, September 15, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. at Pine Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Greg Rogers officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Pine Grove Baptist Church Brotherhood Fund, 7454 Highlands Road, Franklin, NC 28734.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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